Question

The American Continental Congress issued the Declaration of Independence drafted by:

• A. George Washington and James Madison
• B. John Locke and Thomas Paine
• C. Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin
• D. John Adams and Samuel Adams

Answer 1

The correct option is C Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin

The American Continental Congress issued the document drafted by Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin on the 4th of July, 1776. The Declaration enlisted what human rights and freedom meant to an individual. It declared that all are equal and are entitled to certain human rights but most importantly, that the government derives its power from the people.